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Instrument Flying (IFR) FAQs – top questions this week

Flight Training Central

Additionally, a pilot should report any of the following events:: When vacating any previously assigned altitude or flight level for a newly assigned altitude or flight level ( AIM 5-3-3 ) When an altitude change will be made if operating on a clearance specifying VFR-on-top. ( AIM 5-3-3 ) When an approach has been missed. (

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Taking Care of the Human Element

Plane and Pilot

Photo: Adobe Stock Hypoxia Is Real On a hot summer afternoon, it is not uncommon for an IFR or VFR on top flights to climb to 10,000 feet or higher to stay clear of the buildups. Most private pilots fly short distances, recreationally. Long-range travel takes preparation and a different mindset.

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Training courses from Pilot Workshops available through Sporty’s Pilot Training app

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The manual aims to help with that task, by breaking each IFR procedure down into individual tasks, and explaining in detail how to complete each one.

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Flying a Skylane From Canada to Belize

Air Facts

Day 2 The second day of my journey started with more promising prospects, though this would include some VFR on top time through the Oregon valleys. I had a long way to go yet as I had only covered 276 miles that day.

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